Patient's question:
A 3-year-old girl has just started attending kindergarten. This week, her ears have been a bit painful, and occasionally yellow fluid has been leaking out in the morning. She also has a headache and a fever. Question: How should otitis media with yellow earwax be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets otitis media, they can first use symptomatic antibiotics. Local medication can be administered, such as anti-inflammatory ear drops. Pain relievers can also be given based on the child's condition, especially when ear pain is severe, to help alleviate the suffering. If the child has a high fever, fever-reducing medication should be used cautiously. If the condition is severe, prompt medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating otitis media currently. Additionally, if there is a eardrum perforation, it requires timely surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to preventive measures to avoid the recurrence of otitis media.